Fowler, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Fowler is a small town in Indiana with a population of 2,286. Residents earn $51,654 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,286 Population 1,621/sq mi density
$51,654 Median Income $27,463 per capita
$110,300 Home Value $203,503 Zillow
$918 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$51,654 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,300 home value, $918/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,654
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,300
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $918
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

How Fowler Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,286
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density1,621/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,654
Per Capita$27,463
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$623M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,300
Rent$918
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$203,503

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Elevation821 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+86.5%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute25 min
Libraries6

Is Fowler a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fowler receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Fowler offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fowler is $51,654, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fowler is $110,300, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $918 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Fowler experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fowler has a population of 2,286 with a density of 1,621 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%).

Population

2,286
Total Population
1,621
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fowler vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fowler vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fowler is $51,654, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Fowler vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,654
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,463
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$61,687

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)213
County GDP$623M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare13
Retail25
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,100
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Fowler is $110,300, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $918 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $203,503.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,300
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$203,503
Median List Price$232,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$232,500
$/Sq Ft$120
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.9%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory21

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$918
21% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,100
40% below US avg
Effective Rate1.90%
In Fowler, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fowler vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma11.9%
COPD9.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death10,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access48.5%
Healthcare Facilities13

Crime Rates: Fowler vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Fowler has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall17.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation821 ft (250 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density1,621/sq mi
Coordinates40.6172°N, 87.3179°W
County FIPS18007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.7%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 47.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+86.5%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,621/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants9
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Work from Home5.6%

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